Hilary Craven is on the brink of suicide in a Casablanca hotel room when she is presented with an unusual offer: participate in a perilous mission to locate a vanished scientist, offering a chance to die heroically rather than by her own hand. This recruitment is part of a broader international effort to understand why prominent scientists are disappearing globally, a mystery connected to a critically injured woman holding key information.

Why You Should Read?

• Experience a classic Agatha Christie thriller focused on espionage, distinct from her traditional detective novels.
• Follow a compelling protagonist embarking on a high-stakes mission with a deeply personal motivation.
• Delve into a story of international intrigue, mysterious disappearances, and the search for identity.
• Enjoy a fast-paced, suspenseful plot that keeps you guessing without a conventional detective.